Rocco's Tacos
Last inspected: Feb 19, 2026
100
Score
Public records show 11 inspections at Rocco's Tacos stretching back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Feb 19, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around two violations across recent inspections versus roughly six violations before.
“Employee handled soiled dishes and utensils” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.
Compared to the broader Fort Lauderdale restaurant scene, where the average is 80, this is a stronger showing. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 19, 2026
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Jan 26, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
90
Sep 22, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
67
Apr 2, 2025
Complaint Full
4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cookline - flip tops - raw fish (50-52F); scallions (51-52F). Per operator items held in unit overnight. Items not prepped or portioned today. See stop sale.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Employee handled soiled dishes and utensils and then picked up clean containers without washing hands. Reviewed proper hand washing and employee washed hands. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-02-4
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee entered upstairs kitchen, put on gloves and handled raw shrimp without washing hands. Reviewed proper hand washing and employee washed hands. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-07-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cookline - flip tops - raw fish (50-52F); scallions (51-52F). Per operator items held in unit overnight. Items not prepped or portioned today. See stop sale. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
Basic - Waste line missing at soda gun holster. 3 bar soda guns.
29-17-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Bar area - around middle drain.
36-22-4
50
Dec 9, 2024
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
64
Oct 14, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - - Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then served food without washing hands. - Dish employee handled soiled dishes then picked up clean dishes without washing hands. Reviewed proper hand washing and employees properly washed hands. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Upstairs prep room- hand sink blocked by equipment and containers. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. All day menu. Operator posted consumer advisory during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02B-02-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Water accumulation/visibly soiled wall above large dining table at entrance to kitchen.
36-27-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Prep flip top - spoons in water 41F. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Lower door not properly attached - prep area flip top.
14-11-5
Basic - Water draining onto floor surface. Upstairs prep room.
29-03-4
58
Aug 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In up stairs walk in walk in freezer. Raw pork over ready to eat cheese sauce. Operator properly separated **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Wash solution in three-compartment sink less than 110 degrees Fahrenheit. Triple Sink (Quaternary 50ppm). Operator replaced solution. Tested 200ppm
16-52-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Down stairs AC vent over flip top cooler by triple sink soiled with dust
36-34-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Operator provided and displayed **Corrected On-Site**
50-09-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in upstairs walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
67
Jun 10, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Observed: Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Walk in cooler - Raw ground beef stored over raw pork. Operator stored all items properly. **Corrected On-Site** Priority: High Priority
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Observed: No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Diced tomatoes on expo cart. Operator filled out Time as a Public Health Control Form during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** Priority: Intermediate
03F-10-5
Basic - Observed: Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Cookline. **Repeat Violation** Priority: Basic
36-17-5
Basic - Observed: Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Upstairs employee restroom. Priority: Basic
32-04-4
70
Apr 4, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
52
May 1, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Certified Food Manager or person in charge does not require employees to report illnesses and symptoms as required. Provided health reporting form and requirements to establishment. Manager had a discussion with employees and had them sign compliance forms. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-04-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun near entry and beer taps at bar area soiled. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink on right end of cook line.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink on right end of cook line.
31B-03-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
36-17-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water in kitchen.
36-22-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Bracket and watch worn I. Bar area while engaging in drink/ food preparation.
13-07-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
36-34-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Frame and plastic strips soiled with mold like substance at walk in cooler.
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
36-27-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in women's restroom.printed sign for manager to hang. **Corrective Action Taken**
31B-04-4
41
Sep 19, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Rocco's Tacos last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Rocco's Tacos on file is from Feb 19, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Rocco's Tacos?
Across the inspection record, “employee handled soiled dishes and utensils” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Rocco's Tacos.
How does Rocco's Tacos compare to other restaurants in Fort Lauderdale?
Rocco's Tacos most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Fort Lauderdale average of 80.
Has Rocco's Tacos' inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Rocco's Tacos have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Rocco's Tacos means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Rocco's Tacos inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Rocco's Tacos is inspected around three times per year on average.
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